⛵ Sailing Association Mar Menor (SAMM)
Where community, adventure, and the joy of sailing come together
With over 16 years of experience on the beautiful waters of the Mar Menor, the Sailing Association Mar Menor (SAMM) brings together a vibrant community of sailors who share a passion for the sea, good company, and the unique sailing environment of southern Spain.
Founded in 2006, SAMM provides a welcoming hub for anyone who loves being on the water — from seasoned skippers to complete beginners. While not a professional training school, the association’s experienced members are always on hand to help newcomers build confidence, improve their skills, and navigate the practicalities of sailing in Spain.
SAMM also supports members with the endorsement of non‑Spanish sailing qualifications and offers guidance for those seeking the basic Spanish Título, enabling legal skippering of small boats within coastal limits.
Members enjoy access to a diverse fleet and community, including:
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Privately owned cruising yachts
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Shared‑ownership groups for 18ft and 22ft day sailers
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Dinghy groups
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A dedicated motorboat group
Beyond the water, SAMM hosts a lively social calendar and an engaging race programme, both open to members and non‑members alike. Whether you’re looking to sail regularly, meet like‑minded people, or simply enjoy the maritime lifestyle of the Mar Menor, SAMM offers a friendly, supportive, and active sailing community.
SAMM Fleets – At a Glance
SAMM supports a range of sailing and motorboat activities through several independently run Groups. Each Group manages its own vessels and sailing programme while contributing to SAMM’s wider racing and social events.
Shoestring Group
A mixed fleet of small sailing dinghies:
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Two Gambas (Uno, Cuatro)
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One Laser 2000 (Dos)
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One Topper Omega Topaz (Tres)
Boats are based at Mar de Cristal and Islas Menores.
Balaton Group
Four 6‑metre day sailers:
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Three Sailfish 18s on moorings off CAR
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One Araez Arabel in Los Urrutios marina
Pieces of Eight Group
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One 25‑foot Ronautica with inboard engine Based at Los Urrutias.
Gemini Dos Group
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One Deltania 22s (2007) with 6 hp outboard Also based at Los Urrutias.
Cruising / Independent Group
A network of private yacht owners seeking crew for informal day sails, mainly from San Pedro.
Motorboat (MoBo) Group
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One 7‑metre Artaban pleasure and fishing boat.
Membership
SAMM welcomes new members, both Spanish residents and local holiday home owners, of all nationalities. If you are interested in Sailing or Motor boats in this area, come to one of our monthly meetings and learn more. You will be made very welcome. Alternatively, if you want to join, contact our Membership Secretary here. Current annual, single membership is €50 and family membership €60. To join a Group, you must be a SAMM Member and Group charges and fees vary.
Our Address
The current address for SAMM is: Sailing Association Mar Menor, Box No. 30, A Time 4 A Change, Av. Libertad 199,
Los Alcázares, 30710, Murcia